1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Because 1992 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Roadmaster | Vue |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |